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  • June 2017

    • June 2017

    A pneumatically automated control valve with a switch for monitoring and positioning. Image courtesy of Flo-Tite Valves & Controls
    Valves & Actuators

    Control valves 101

    Bob Donnelly
    June 28, 2017
    Common types and designs used in process control
    This vibration meter was designed to check bearings and overall vibration levels. Image courtesy of Fluke Corporation
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Preventing downtime during summer

    Amy Richardson
    June 27, 2017
    A key to preventing unplanned downtime is preventing motor failure.
    Mobile phone mobility screen. All images courtesy of PcVue Inc.
    Process Control & Automation

    Connecting humans to the Industrial Internet of Things

    Ed Nugent
    June 23, 2017
    The impact of IIoT on traditional SCADA architectures
    All images courtesy of Moxa Inc.
    Process Control & Automation

    How to choose the best industrial cellular network management solution

    Kai-Jen Wang
    June 16, 2017
    A cellular network management solution should aid in rapid deployment, smooth operation and easy network management.
    Image 1. Disassembled view of a lug-style butterfly valve detailing bolts from either side of mating flanges, threaded into lug insert in valve body. All graphics courtesy of Asahi/America Inc.
    Valves & Actuators

    3 keys to butterfly valve selection

    Dave Hurley
    June 14, 2017
    With careful consideration of materials, style and proper maintenance, this workhorse valve can withstand the harshest conditions.

    More content from June 2017

    Image 1. An integrated drive system. All graphics courtesy of Siemens Industry
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    7 steps to successful drive train installation

    Ranjani Balasubramaniam
    June 12, 2017
    An integrated drive system ensures reliability and compatibility.
    Image 1. Spar coming from the dryer is stored in one of the two silos before transfer to the hydrofluoric acid unit. This is the point where the company needed an accurate inventory measurement. All graphics courtesy of Chemours/Emerson
    Level Measurement

    Solving solids measurement problems

    Ariana Cornwell, James Simon & Brian Cleary
    June 9, 2017
    A new technology approach provides an accurate inventory count for powders
    Figure 2. IIoT in brief. All graphics courtesy of Schneider Electric
    Process Control & Automation

    Pump system optimization with IIoT

    Jack Creamer & Jo Lockard
    June 7, 2017
    The evolution of IIoT tools incorporates machine learning and Big Data to take smart pumps to the next level.
    Image 1. Proper control valve sizing helps optimize measurement and control functions. All images courtesy of Badger Meter
    Valves & Actuators

    Control valve sizing and selection for continuous process operations

    Brian Kettner
    June 6, 2017
    Addressing performance issues has a dramatic effect on process plant efficiency, overall profitability and asset life cycle costs.
    Image courtesy of EASA
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    2017 EASA preview: Partners for progress

    Processing Staff
    June 2, 2017
    A look ahead to the Electrical Apparatus Service Association Inc.’s convention
    Image courtesy of Houghton International
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Proper storage tips for electric motors

    Andrew Mills
    May 31, 2017
    Extend the life span of equipment with these best storage methods